Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: Motorcycle care and storage

Troubleshooting charts

Starting problems or poor engine performance Starting problems or poor engine performance Engine overheating WARNING Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. S ...

Matte color caution

NOTICE Some models are equipped with matte colored finished parts. Be sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on what products to use before cleaning the vehicle. Using a brush, harsh ch ...

Other materials:

Checking the valve seats
The following procedure applies to all of the valves and valve seats. 1. Eliminate: Carbon deposits (from the valve face and valve seat) 2. Check: Valve seat Pitting/wear Replace the cylinder head. 3. Measure: Valve seat width C "a" Out of specification Replace the ...

Removing the crankshaft
1. Remove: Crankshaft "1" NOTE: Remove the crankshaft with the crankcase separating tool "2". Make sure the crankcase separating tool is centered over the crankshaft. CAUTION: To protect the end of the crankshaft, place an appropriate sized socket between the c ...

Checking the water pump
1. Check: Water pump housing cover Water pump housing Cracks/damage Replace. Impeller shaft Cracks/damage/wear Replace. Bearing Rough movement Replace. Radiator outlet hose Cracks/damage Replace. ...